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Ground Pork Delight

A quick and flavorful ground pork dish with aromatic spices and crisp vegetables, perfect for weeknight dinners served in tacos, over rice, or stuffed in bell peppers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Prepare the ingredients by chopping the bell pepper, onion, green onions, and grating the ginger.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the sesame oil.
  3. Step 3: Add the ground pork to the skillet and break it up with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Add the chopped onion and diced bell pepper, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  6. Step 6: Pour in the soy sauce and sprinkle in the red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Step 7: Cook the mixture together for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine flavors.
  8. Step 8: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Always taste and adjust seasoning at the end; this is where the magic happens.